Showdown Value
摊牌价值
Showdown value refers to hands that are unlikely to improve but can win at showdown if called. These hands should usually check behind on later streets to reach showdown cheaply and avoid being bluffed out of the pot.
Example
Middle pair on a coordinated board often has showdown value and should check the river.
Related Terms
More Strategy Terms
GTO (Game Theory Optimal)
A mathematically unexploitable strategy derived from game theory.
Bluff
Betting or raising with a weak hand to induce opponents to fold better hands.
Semi-Bluff
Betting or raising with a drawing hand that could improve to the best hand.
Exploitative Play
A strategy that specifically targets and exploits opponents' tendencies and weaknesses.
Float
Calling a bet in position with a weak hand, planning to bluff if checked to on the next street.
Slow Play
Playing a strong hand passively to disguise its strength and trap opponents.